2015–2016 Hyundai Sonata, Sonata Hybrid recall: Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 16V726000
- Reported
- October 11, 2016
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Motor America
- Part
- Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
- Vehicles affected
- About 62,811
What is wrong
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Sonata Hybrid vehicles manufactured December 8, 2014, to August 18, 2015, and Hyundai Sonata vehicles manufactured May 28, 2014, to March 18, 2016, equipped with the panoramic sunroof option. Due to a bonding issue with the sunroof wind deflector, the sunroof panel on the affected vehicles may detach while driving.
Safety risk
If the sunroof detaches from the vehicle it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will repair the wind deflector anchor plate, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 152.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Hyundai Sonata (2015, 2016); Hyundai Sonata Hybrid (2015, 2016). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
If the sunroof detaches from the vehicle it could become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will repair the wind deflector anchor plate, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 152.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.